Description
Warm up with this Spicy Black Bean Soup, a deliciously rich and velvety dish that combines hearty black beans, aromatic spices, and fresh toppings. Perfect for chilly nights or casual gatherings, this soup is easy to make and packed with flavor. Each spoonful envelops you in comfort, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion. Enjoy it as an appetizer or main course, and impress your family and friends with its vibrant colors and bold taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), chopped
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 avocado, diced (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in black beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with diced avocado and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg